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The legislative process explained: Bill signing deadlines

Governor Newsom signs emergency legislation to fight COVID-19, March 2020. From the website of the Office of the Governor

by CAPITOL WEEKLY STAFF posted 07.10.2023

CAPITOL WEEKLY PODCAST: Staffers, journalists and even lobbyists can get confused trying to understand the very specific processes and deadlines guiding the signing – or veto – of a bill, by the Governor. Our guest today answers all of these questions and explains the process. Lobbyist Chris Micheli, is the author of several books on lobbying, teaches at University of the Pacific, and is a frequent contributor to Capitol Weekly.

Inside the Capitol — procedurally

The California State Senate in Sacramento. (Photo: Trekandshoot, via Shutterstock)

by CHRIS MICHELI posted 03.24.2017

This is the fourth in a series of detailed articles about the inner workings of the state Capitol relating to structure, rules and procedures — including a look at vetoes and the budget.